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The Best Apple Wireless Charging Stations for Multiple Devices

By Nick Guy

If you’re in the Apple ecosystem, there’s a good chance you’re all in: iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. One way to keep each of these devices powered is to run three cords to three adapters—but the best way is to use a single charging station. If you have an older iPhone, Mophie’s 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand is the best charging station, offering fast wireless power for all your Apple gear (well, except for your MacBook and iPad) in a tidy, convenient design that’s worth the price. And if you’ve upgraded to an iPhone 12 or 13 with Apple’s MagSafe charging and mounting system, don’t worry—we have a pick for you, as well .

Everything we recommend

Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand

The best three-in-one charging dock for a non-magsafe iphone, apple watch, and airpods.

The stand-style iPhone charger and the divot for an AirPods case make alignment easy. Plus, because it holds an Apple Watch in landscape orientation, you can conveniently snooze alarms.

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Belkin Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe

The best charging dock for iphone 12 and 13.

This multi-device charger is the easiest to use and the best looking, and it offers the fastest possible wireless charging speeds. But it works only with the iPhone 12 and 13 series.

Apple MagSafe Duo Charger

The best charging station for frequent travelers.

This is the most portable charger you can get for an iPhone and Apple Watch, and it charges at the iPhone’s maximum rate, but unlike our other picks it can’t charge three devices at the same time.

The Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand is the best way to wirelessly charge an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods every day, provided you own a handset from the iPhone 8 through 11 series. Rather than requiring you to precisely line up your phone on a flat pad for charging, as many other wireless charging stations do, the Mophie offers an angled stand that makes proper alignment practically foolproof. The cross-shaped AirPods divot properly fits either the basic or Pro headphones case, and the Apple Watch charger puts the display in landscape orientation so that you can utilize Nightstand Mode . Mophie’s dock charges a little quicker than other non-MagSafe charging stations, and none of its competitors offer such a great combination of features at a comparable price. (However, if you have an iPhone 12 or later, you should consider upgrading to a MagSafe-compatible wireless charging station like the Belkin Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 or the Apple MagSafe Duo Charger , either of which provides faster charging and is easier to align.)

The Belkin Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe provides full 15 W MagSafe charging and the best ease of use of any charging station we’ve tested, making it the best option if you have an iPhone 12 or later. Rather than lying on a flat pad or against an angled stand, your iPhone “floats” on a raised magnetic mount in whatever position you choose. Because the phone locks magnetically into place, there’s no way to misalign it, so you’ll never have to worry if your phone is actually going to charge. The dock’s design looks more sculptural than techy, with a round base and an angled metal stalk that branches off to hold your iPhone and Apple Watch. Belkin’s charger comes with the wall adapter, so everything you need is in the box, and its two-year warranty also covers your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods if something goes wrong while they’re charging.

A charging station with room for three devices is ideal for your nightstand, but if you want something more compact to take with you while traveling, the Apple MagSafe Duo Charger is the best choice. The MagSafe Duo fits in the palm of your hand when folded up, and it’s as thick as an iPhone in a case. Compared with most wireless charging stations, that’s tiny. It will also charge your iPhone 12 or 13 faster than any non-MagSafe multi-device wireless charger—at the full 15 W that MagSafe allows—and thanks to the magnetic alignment system, you don’t have to worry about lining it up properly for charging. If you have an older, Qi-compatible iPhone, it’s still the only travel-friendly multi-device wireless charger you can get, though you won’t see MagSafe charging speeds. It does make a couple of trade-offs: First, it has just two charging spots—one for an iPhone (or an AirPods case) and one for an Apple Watch. Second, it doesn’t come with a power brick; if you buy a 20-watt power adapter (which is required for the fastest charging speeds), that brings the price up by $15 to $20.

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I’ve been reviewing mobile accessories since 2012, and I’ve been covering them for Wirecutter since 2015. I’m also the author of Wirecutter’s guides to USB wall chargers and car chargers , for which I’ve seen and tested pretty much every available charging variation.

I researched and wrote Wirecutter’s first guide to Qi wireless chargers in 2017, and I have continued testing new models and updating that guide. I also wrote our guide to Qi power banks , battery packs that use the same wireless technology.

These charging bases are designed for people who own multiple Apple devices—namely, an iPhone, an Apple Watch, and AirPods—and want to charge all of them at once, presumably overnight. Like single-device Qi chargers , these three-in-one chargers work without your having to plug cords into any of your devices.

Qi (pronounced “chee”) is the wireless-charging standard from the Wireless Power Consortium, an industry group with more than 500 members, including device manufacturers such as Apple and Samsung, as well as accessory makers such as Foxconn (Belkin’s parent company) and Mophie. For a charger to be certified by the WPC, the manufacturer has to submit it to an authorized test lab . All iPhones since the iPhone 8—even the iPhone 12 and 13 series with MagSafe—use a version of Qi charging.

If you want the fastest possible charge for your iPhone, you need to use a cable—going wireless is about convenience, not speed. Affordable, wired 20 W USB-PD chargers paired with a USB-C–to–Lightning cable are about 30% faster than the fastest wireless chargers.

The other downside to wireless charging is that you can’t pick up your phone and use it while it’s charging, as you can with a charging cable. This limitation makes a wireless option better for recharging overnight or when you want to see the phone’s display on your desk or in the kitchen, rather than while you’re watching Netflix, say, or scrolling through Twitter.

Apple first stoked the desire for this kind of accessory when it announced its AirPower charging station in late 2017. The flat pad was supposed to be able to charge an iPhone, an Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once, no matter where you placed them on the pad. Ultimately, Apple pulled the plug on the project in early 2019.

In 2020, however, the company introduced its MagSafe charging and magnetic mounting system as part of the iPhone 12 lineup. Hidden magnets inside the phone allow you to connect supported accessories and charge at up to 15 watts, in contrast to 7.5 watts with other Qi chargers. The magnets also ensure proper alignment, so you don’t have to worry about your phone being out of place and not charging properly. You can find non-MagSafe-branded magnetic chargers, too, but they can’t take advantage of the faster charging speeds that MagSafe allows.

A good wireless charger should meet all of the following basic criteria, which we used as guidelines for our research:

• WPC and MFi certification: We considered only those chargers that have been certified by the WPC . This means that a charger has been tested and found to be both safe and in compliance with the Qi standard. If a wireless charger isn’t certified, that doesn’t necessarily indicate it’s unsafe or noncompliant—but choosing something that has been verified is prudent. The same can be said for MFi certification, which is Apple’s own program that supplies the hardware components for licensed accessories and applies specifically to the charging puck and MagSafe components.
• Charging speed: Most of the chargers we tested advertised 7.5 W charging for iPhones; MagSafe chargers support 15 W. We weren’t concerned about the 10 W charging that some Android phones support because people are unlikely to use an Android phone alongside an Apple Watch.
• Design: We considered not only how the charging pad looked but also how grippy the surface was for holding a phone in place, how easily we could align devices with the charging coils, and where the watch sat (some band styles may prevent AirPods from aligning properly, for example, depending on the design). We also noted any extras, such as charging or placement indicator lights.
• Noise: Some wireless chargers emit a faint (and sometimes not so faint) whine or clicking noise, which can quickly become annoying. We listened for this in our tests.
• Maker: We considered models only from companies that we knew had a good reputation for warranty coverage and customer support. Even if a charger is WPC certified, there are no guarantees it will never have a problem, and you should be able to get help if you need that.

We tested the performance of each wireless charging base by placing an iPhone 13 with a fully drained battery on the charging pad. We measured the phone’s battery level after 30 minutes of charging and then again after one hour. A good Qi charger should fully charge any phone in a few hours (and certainly will overnight), so we focused on differences in short-term charging. I first tested everything at my desk, but if I heard a sound that could be annoying, I also tested the charger in my bedroom at night, sleeping with it positioned a couple of feet from my head to see if the noise would interfere with my sleep.

The Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand is the best choice if you have an iPhone that uses regular Qi wireless charging (iPhone 8 through 11) and you want a single charging station that can power your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time. It charges such iPhones just as quickly as any other non-MagSafe multi-device charger we’ve tested, and it’s better designed to accommodate all three devices thanks to a stand-style phone charger and a cross-shaped divot that snugly accommodates both styles of the AirPods charging case. These thoughtful design touches make it easy for you to align the respective devices so that they charge properly. Similarly, the placement of the Apple Watch charger conveniently allows you to use the watch as an alarm clock.

We’ve found through testing single-device Qi chargers that we prefer angled, stand-style chargers that hold the phone upright, for two reasons: You can more easily align the phone properly so that it actually charges, and you can more comfortably look at the screen while the handset is charging. The Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand and the Logitech Powered 3-in-1 Dock rank among the first models to bring that raised-charger design to multi-device power stations. We found that the angle made an appreciable difference in everyday use, especially at night and in the dark. It’s not impossible (or even necessarily difficult, with practice) to line up a phone on a flat charger, but it’s certainly easier to place a phone on a stand that keeps the device in the right position. The stand makes things so foolproof, you can do it by feel without even looking.

To the right of the phone charger is the Apple Watch charging puck, and to the left, a cross-shaped indentation for your AirPods or AirPods Pro case, ensuring a precise hold no matter which version of the headphones you use. Other Qi charging stations require you to align the AirPods case properly on a flat surface or in a round divot that doesn’t perfectly cradle the AirPods case as Mophie’s does, and that task can be difficult, especially without a clear visual guide. Mophie’s design allows the case to just nestle in, making charging the AirPods so simple that it’s extremely unlikely you’ll ever head to work with dead headphones.

Apple certifies only those Apple Watch chargers that use Apple-approved charging pucks, which this Mophie model does. That means it’s as safe as any first-party Apple charger for charging any Apple Watch. It works with open or closed bands and holds the watch in landscape orientation. Both the 40 mm and 44 mm watch sizes sit low enough that, if you’re using your Apple Watch’s Nightstand Mode, you can press its Digital Crown to snooze an alarm without knocking the watch off the charger. It’s a thoughtful design decision that makes the charging station more useful.

None of the iPhone and Apple Watch combo charging stations we tested filled up the phone’s battery quite as quickly as the fastest single-device charging stands we’ve tried. Since this combined charger is slower, we think it’s best for a nightstand, where, assuming you’ll be charging overnight, the slower charging rate won’t be as big of a concern. The Mophie charger powered our iPhone 13 to about 23% full battery after half an hour and 50% after an hour. Our Apple Watch Series 7 (45mm), also starting at zero, got to 23% battery capacity after a half hour and 55% after an hour.

Battery charging results on the Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand

The Mophie charger has a notably basic design. It’s an 8-by-4-inch rounded rectangle with a body primarily made of glossy black plastic. Rubber feet on the bottom prevent it from sliding around. It lacks the heaviness that you might expect high-quality materials to have, but that doesn’t affect performance. Indicator lights on the front of the charger (underneath the phone-charging stand) show whether your phone and AirPods, respectively, are charging. The lights are not terribly bright, and they turn off after a few seconds.

The power cord that you plug into the back of the Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand uses a round, barrel-style connection instead of Micro-USB or USB-C, so it won’t be as easy to replace if something goes wrong or you lose it. Mophie offers a two-year warranty on its charger and says it generally replaces the entire product rather than individual pieces under the warranty.

If you have an iPhone 12 or later and want to take advantage of the easier alignment and faster charging that the MagSafe charging system allows, consider one of our other picks below.

After we experienced intermittent charging issues while using the 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand with an iPhone 12 Pro in a MagSafe case, we reached out to Mophie, who confirmed that this is a known issue with some iPhone 12-series phones. The company has implemented a firmware update that should resolve the issue for all iPhones, and those affected should contact customer service for a replacement. If you have an iPhone 12 or 13, we think you should get the Belkin charger anyway. But if you’ve already invested in the Mophie charger and are having issues, seek a replacement. In the meantime, we’ve found removing the case can help resolve the issue.

Unlike other models, this Mophie charger can work only with the specific combination of a phone, an Apple Watch, and AirPods; that is, you can’t use the AirPods charging spot for a second phone.

The charger’s glossy surface collects more fingerprints than a detective. If that’s the kind of thing that bothers you, this model may not be the right pick for you. Both the Logitech Powered 3-in-1 Dock and the Belkin Boost Charge 3-in-1 Wireless Charger , our former top pick, are better options in that case.

Belkin’s Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe should be your first choice if you have an iPhone 12 or 13–series phone. It’s one of the first third-party chargers to incorporate Apple’s MagSafe feature, and it’s the best implementation of the feature we’ve seen so far. Not only is attaching your phone impossible to mess up, but the dock also supports the fastest iPhone wireless charging speeds, and it’s the best-looking option. The Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 costs about the same as our top pick from Mophie, and it comes with a wall adapter, unlike Apple’s MagSafe Duo Charger . Belkin’s two-year warranty covers both the charger and connected devices.

MagSafe offers two major benefits: perfect alignment and fast, 15 W charging speeds. Although you can find plenty of magnetic chargers for sale that work like MagSafe, the Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 is officially licensed by Apple, meaning it can take full advantage of these features. In contrast, non-licensed models may hold your phone properly but won’t charge at full speed.

Most comparable charging stations require you to lay your phone on a flat pad or an angled stand that conceals a Qi charging coil. The Belkin dock holds your phone in the air, attached to a magnetic charging puck, with its center about 4½ inches above the 5¼-inch round, soft-touch rubber-covered base. A circular indentation in the center of the base lets you charge your AirPods (or another phone, albeit at a slow, 5 W charging rate). A forward-angled metal stalk behind it branches off and terminates to the left with the phone charger and to the right with the Apple Watch puck.

As long as you’re using aa MagSafe-compatible phone—either without a case or with a MagSafe-compatible case —you can’t misalign your phone. You can turn it in any orientation without disrupting its charging. The sturdy base ensures that you can tap your phone without the charging station sliding around, and its rubbery underside provides enough grip that you can easily pull the device off with one hand without the dock moving. The Apple Watch charger works much the same way and supports any kind of watch band.

At this point, only Apple-licensed magnetic chargers can support 15 W speeds; models like the Mophie 3-in-1 are limited to 7.5 W. But although the Belkin charges at a faster clip than the Mophie, it’s not twice as fast in practice, as you might expect from reading those numbers. Across three tests on the Belkin, our iPhone 13 charged from 0% to an average of 37% in half an hour and 68% in an hour, versus its results of 23% and 47%, respectively, on the Mophie. Those numbers match what we’ve seen from Apple’s own MagSafe accessories, and they’re as fast as you’re going to get in charging your devices wirelessly.

Not only does the Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 work well, but it looks great, too. It’s available in either black or white, and both versions have a matte finish that doesn’t show fingerprints like the Mophie model’s glossy surface does. It looks more like a modern sculpture than a tech gadget. If there’s a downside to the design, it’s the rather bright white light on the base that indicates when that particular charger is in use. Light-sensitive sleepers might not love that light in their bedroom.

Belkin offers a two-year connected equipment warranty , covering not only the charger itself but also up to $2,500 in costs “for the repair or replacement of connected equipment damaged from surges or spikes that occur when they are properly connected to a Belkin product.” Having a two-year warranty on the dock itself is already pretty good, but that extra protection offers real peace of mind.

Our other picks are better options if you plan to charge your gear at your bedside, but if you travel a lot (or hope to in the future), consider Apple’s MagSafe Duo Charger . This iPhone and Apple Watch charger is far smaller than any other charging station when in use, and it folds in half to take up even less space in your bag or a pocket. Because it uses Apple’s MagSafe charging system, the iPhone 12 and 13-series phone will charge faster on this model than with any non-MagSafe wireless charger, and they’ll magnetically snap into place so you don’t have to fuss with alignment. Even for a multi-device wireless charger, it’s a relatively expensive option, considering it doesn’t come with an AC adapter; since it has only two charging spots, it can charge either your phone or your AirPods, not both at the same time. But it’s the only wireless charging station that’s practical to take on the go.

The first thing that sets the MagSafe Duo Charger apart from every other wireless charging station is its compact size. Coated in soft-touch rubber, the charger consists of two 2.8-inch rounded squares with a thin hinge connecting them; you can fold it up when you aren’t using it, and the magnets hold it shut. The left square is the MagSafe phone charger, which can also charge AirPods or any other Qi-compatible device, and the right side is the Apple Watch charging puck, which you can use flat or folded up for Nightstand Mode. Opened up, the charger is roughly the width of an iPhone 12 or 13 and just a little taller. Folded, it’s about 0.6 inch thick, roughly the size of a makeup compact.

The other important feature is MagSafe, which magnetically locks compatible phones in place and also allows for faster iPhone charging than on traditional Qi chargers like our Mophie pick. It supports 15-watt charging speeds on the iPhone 12/13, 12 Pro/13 Pro, and 12 Pro Max/13 Pro Max, and 12-watt charging on the iPhone 12 mini/13 mini. In our tests, the MagSafe Duo Charger was just as fast as the Belkin Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 and notably faster than the Mophie 3-in-1 , our next-fastest pick: A fully drained iPhone 13 reached 34% battery capacity in 30 minutes and 69% in an hour, even when an Apple Watch was charging at the same time. (Apple also sells a stand-alone MagSafe phone charger, but it’s no faster than the MagSafe Duo Charger.) You can charge older iPhones and other Qi-compatible devices on this model, as well, but you don’t get the same speeds or the magnetic attachment.

The MagSafe Duo Charger typically costs $130, and that price doesn’t include the 20-watt adapter you need to get the fastest charging speeds; buying that accessory brings the total price to $150, about the same as for our other picks. That’s a lot to ask for a charger that offers one fewer charging pad. But we’d never even consider traveling with one of those other chargers, whereas the MagSafe Duo Charger could be convenient if and when we ever travel again.

If you are a frequent traveler , you might like the Anker PowerWave Go 3-in-1 Stand . Its modular design makes it more useful than any other charging station we’ve seen because you can add or remove just the parts you need. The phone charging stand is actually a 10,000mAh (37Wh) wireless power bank that you can take with you for portable power, and its 20 W USB-C port can charge most phones at their fastest speeds. The Apple Watch charger is removable as well, with a USB-C connector that means it can get power from the power bank, the USB-C port on your computer, or any other USB-C charger . And the wall adapter is Anker’s Nano II 45W , which (with the included USB-C-to-USB-C cable) can be used to charge many other devices as quickly as possible, including laptops and tablets. But while these individual pieces are all exciting, they contribute to a particularly high asking price of around $180 (at the time of this writing). Despite the steep cost, the PowerWave Go 3-in-1 Stand is also slower at wireless charging than our picks, charging an iPhone 12 to 17% in 30 minutes and 33% in 60 minutes, compared to 22% and 42% from our top pick from Mophie. For most people, we think it makes sense to stick with our simpler, cheaper, and quicker picks for standard bedside or desk charging.

If you want to be able to charge two phones at once , the Logitech Powered 3-in-1 Dock is a good alternative to the Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand. Like our top pick, it has a stand-style charger for your phone and an Apple Watch charging puck. The third charging spot is flat, allowing you to power either AirPods or another phone. But the Logitech’s main charger was a little slower than that of the Mophie in our testing, it’s harder to line up an AirPods case without a dedicated divot, and this larger charging station doesn’t look as nice as our top pick.

We’re planning a new round of testing for the spring of 2023, which will pit our current picks against the following models:

• Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe
• Anker 533 Wireless Charger (3-in-1 Stand)
• Anker 544 Wireless Charger (4-in-1 Stand)
• Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand 2nd Gen (WIZ017)
• Einova Power Bar
• ESR HaloLock 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with CryoBoost
• HyperJuice 4-in-1 Wireless Charger
• Mophie 3-in-1 Stand for MagSafe Charger
• Mophie 3-in-1 Travel Charger with MagSafe
• OtterBox 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for MagSafe (78-80533)
• Satechi 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand
• Satechi Duo Wireless Charger Power Stand

We’re also excited about a new wireless charging standard called Qi2 that the World Power Consortium (WPC) introduced in January 2023. Apple allowed its proprietary MagSafe technology to be used as the basis for Qi2’s key feature, called the Magnetic Power Profile. Like MagSafe, the WPC says this feature uses magnets to “ensure that phones or other rechargeable battery-powered mobile products are perfectly aligned with charging devices, thus providing improved energy efficiency and faster charging.” We look forward to testing some Qi2-compliant devices from a variety of companies as they start to roll out later this year.

Nomad’s Base Station Hub with Magnetic Alignment packs in three 10W charging coils, an 18W USB-C port, and a 7.5W USB-A port; either of those ports can be paired with an optional Apple Watch Mount and your own Apple Watch charging cable if you’d like to charge your Watch. The biggest difference between this version and past Base Stations is the promise of magnetic alignment, which should work with MagSafe-equipped iPhones. Unfortunately, the magnet is quite weak in our experience. You have to move your phone around to search for it on the blank surface, unlike with true MagSafe accessories that make alignment foolproof. The charging pad is not sized properly for the iPhone 13 Pro; the phone’s raised camera bump prevents it from laying flat enough to make the necessary magnetic connection. While the iPhone 13 mini’s dimensions allow the magnets to make a connection, it’s still weaker than if the phone were able to lie totally flat.

Belkin’s Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad with MagSafe is a flat, three-device charging station, and one of the first non-Apple products to support fast charging with the Apple Watch Series 7 (the other is a standalone Watch charger also from Belkin). We don’t care for the flat design; it takes up more room on your nightstand and leaves your phone flat, rather than propped up at an angle, and our tests showed this model charged an iPhone 13 more slowly than our picks from Belkin and Apple.

The Scosche Base3 3-In-1 Wireless Charging Dock has a traditional Qi stand rather than a MagSafe charger, and is less expensive than our picks. But it charges quite slowly—our drained iPhone 13 got to 15% in half an hour and 30% in an hour—and the all-plastic design isn’t as nice. It’s worth considering if you’re on a tighter budget.

Belkin’s Boost Charge 3-in-1 Wireless Charger is our former top pick, and it’s still a good choice. But the biggest downside is its AirPods charging spot: Instead of a divot that matches the size and shape of the charging case, the spot is a round indentation, which makes alignment the slightest bit more difficult. The spot is also located right behind the Apple Watch charger, so if you’re using a closed-band loop—such as the Solo Loop Apple introduced in 2020—you need to fuss with the placement to ensure that the AirPods don’t get knocked out of place.

The ESR HaloLock 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger is a flat pad with two charging spaces. One is a standard Qi charger, and the other is magnetic, allowing it to grab MagSafe-equipped iPhones and cases. Because it’s not an officially licensed MagSafe charger, it’s slower than the Belkin and Apple models we list, but it’s just as fast as other third-party magnetic chargers. In our tests, it brought a fully depleted iPhone 12 battery to 22% in 30 minutes and 48% in an hour. The lack of an Apple Watch charger knocks it out of contention for this guide, although we do appreciate the particularly low price. At the time of publication, it costs $30, and that includes a 18 W USB-C charger.

The Zens Liberty Wireless Charger Glass Edition was the first “place anywhere” wireless charger available to buy, and compared with all the other charging stations we’ve tested, it more closely matches what Apple originally promised with the AirPower station. It has 16 overlapping charging coils, all visible through a clear glass top, and those coils allow you to position two phones or other Qi-charging devices pretty much anywhere on its surface aside from the very edges. This design makes placement almost foolproof, solving one of wireless charging’s biggest drawbacks. We also like that the Liberty uses USB-C instead of a proprietary charger. But it has its downsides. The Liberty is large and expensive (a cheaper version without a glass top is available), it has loud fans that kick on when you’re charging a phone, and it doesn’t support Apple Watch charging without a $45 accessory . So although it’s a neat proof of concept, it’s best suited for early adopters willing to spend extra cash to have the coolest new tech toy.

Nomad’s Base Station Pro is similar in concept to the Zens Liberty though a bit more refined, with a slimmer and sleeker aluminum and leather design. Consisting of 18 charging coils under a roughly 5-by-9-inch surface, it’s made to charge up to three Qi devices at once, no matter where you place them. The Base Station Pro claims to power iPhones at 7.5 watts and all other devices at up to 5 watts, which means that non-Apple devices may not charge at their top speeds. But in our tests, charging was pretty slow across the board, with the iPhone 11 averaging only about 15% in half an hour and 26% in an hour, and the LG V30 hitting 9% and 16% over the same periods. Those numbers for the V30 are particularly low, but the Base Station Pro likely produced such results because it hasn’t been optimized for most Android devices yet; firmware updates may change that down the line. Rather than speed, Nomad and its partner Aira, which designed the charging technology, say the Base Station Pro’s major value proposition is convenience. It’s certainly true that you can very easily throw a phone (or three) onto the pad without worrying about lining them up perfectly, but that convenience isn’t worth the premium price: The Base Station Pro currently costs $200, or $60 more than our top pick. It’s not that hard to get your phone in the right spot with a conventional three-in-one charging pad. We hope that this technology advances quickly and falls in price, but it’s not something that most people should invest in right now.

Mophie’s 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad is another previous favorite and remains a good choice. We like its simple, clean aesthetics and its attention to detail—including features such as rubber elements that ensure your devices won’t slip and a divot for AirPods. But we prefer the stand-style charger of our current picks over this Mophie flat design, and this charger is also a total fingerprint magnet, much like the screen of an iPhone or iPad.

Native Union’s Drop XL Wireless Charger (Watch Edition) has a small footprint and is the least techy-looking of the chargers we tested. Thanks to the neutral gray fabric and rubber surface, it doesn’t scream “gadget” like much of the competition does, and it quickly charged everything we placed on its surface. Aligning AirPods can be difficult because the Drop XL has no clear marking, but other than that, it has no major faults that would prevent us from recommending it if you like the way it looks.

Satechi’s Trio Wireless Charging Pad was just a little slower than our picks in charging both phones we tested. It’s a flat charger, so lining a phone up on the raised rubber ring is slightly harder compared with using a stand, and it takes up a few more square inches on a desk, but we do like the AirPods divot, the fold-up Apple Watch puck (which can also work flat), and the USB-C charger.

The Zens Dual+Watch Aluminum Wireless Charger is a good alternative multi-device charger, particularly if you charge two phones at once on occasion. It charges devices quickly and looks quite nice. But lining up the AirPods case is difficult without any markings or a dedicated divot, and even getting a phone into the right position can take a bit of finagling.

We were excited about STM’s ChargeTree as an affordable alternative to the $100-plus chargers out there, but it turned out to be a rebranded version of a generic design. (We’ve seen at least two other companies serving Instagram ads selling the same thing.) That alone wouldn’t necessarily be disqualifying, but the ChargeTree isn’t MFi-certified, and it doesn’t come with an AC adapter. Taking all those factors together, we can’t recommend it.

Meet your guide

Nick Guy is a former senior staff writer covering Apple and accessories at Wirecutter. He has been reviewing iPhones, iPads, and related tech since 2011—and stopped counting after he tested his 1,000th case. It’s impossible for him not to mentally catalog any case he sees. He once had the bright idea to build and burn down a room to test fireproof safes.

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iPhones No Longer Come With a Charger or Headphones. Here’s What to Get If You Need Them.

by Lauren Dragan and Nick Guy

Apple’s newest phones won’t ship with a charger or headphones. If you don’t already have something that’ll work, here’s what we recommend.

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Best 3-in-1 charging station for iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch

We picked some of the best charging docks from some of the most well-received brands, with the most tailoring towards compatibility.

Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Charger

Mophie 3-in-1 Charging Stand

Mophie 3-in-1 Charging Pad

Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger

Anker Multi Charging Station

Belkin magsafe 3-in-1 wireless charger.

Compliant with Made for iPhone and Apple MagSafe labels, Belkin continues its close association with Apple accessory making.

The elevated iPhone and Apple Watch magnetic chargers provides clearance for the embedded wireless charging pad for AirPods at the base. This allows the charger to take up a very small footprint on the desk, while taking advantage of all the hardware features of the charging standards.The MagSafe standard allows a compatible iPhone to receive up to 15 watts of power.

Tree stands like Belkin's are obvious choices for the best 3-in-1 Apple charging station. They display your iPhone and Apple Watch in a clean way while providing a perfect spot to wirelessly charge AirPods.

The Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charger is available on Amazon for $149.99 . It is currently on sale for $122.40.

Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand

Another famed brand in Apple accessories, the Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand provides the maximum stability in a sleek design.

The low design combined with the plastic lip sturdily holds the devices in place while keeping it safe from fall damage. LED indicators at the front of the charging stations for the iPhone and AirPods make it easy to check if it's charging or not.The built-in MagSafe charger allows the connected iPhone to be quickly charged through 15W of power.

The Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand is available for $134.22 on Amazon.

Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charge Pad

The second charging station from Mophie that powers up to three devices at once is the Wireless Charge Pad. Based on the Charging Stand's design, the flat placements for the devices make it incredibly easily for the user to just drop the device down to get it powered.

With a designated groove for AirPods, and a wide surface for iPhone and other Qi-compatible devices, the Charge Pad makes it convenient to power three devices at once without worrying about the alignment. Flat-lay stands keep things minimal while acting as an excellent option for best 3-in-1 Apple charging station.

The Mophie 3-in-1 Wireless Charge Pad is available on Amazon at a discounted price, for $48.90 .

Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger Charging Station

Belkin's second feature on this list is a sleeker unit that takes up less vertical room, while retaining many of the features offered by the other model.

The low stand design means that the iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch are neatly displayed while charging. The vertical Qi charger makes it possible for an iPhone and any other compatible smartphone to be charged while being oriented well for desk use.

The Apple Watch charger embeds a smaller Qi charger pad for AirPods. This allows the wireless headphones to sit within the band loop for the smartwatch for a design that takes up less footprint.

The Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger Charging Station is available at a discount for $101.24 (reg. $119.99) on Amazon.

Anker Multi-Device Detachable Wireless Charging Station

The Anker Multi-Device wireless charger contains detachable components that adds a layer of convenience by allowing you to also use the iPhone charger as an external power bank for on-the-go uses.

The iPhone charger is actually a 10,000 MAh power bank that sits in a slot of the base station that passively charges both it and the connected iPhone. The Apple Watch charger, certified by Apple, is connected to the base via a USB-C slot that also plugs into the power bank for on-the-go dual-device charging.

Bundled with a 45W Anker USB-C wall charger alongside a USB-C charge cable, all pieces in this charging station are easily swappable, easily reused when the need arises.

The Anker Multi-Device Detachable Wireless Charging Station is available on Amazon at a discounted price for Prime users for $152.99 .

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The Best 3-in-1 Apple Charging Stations

Save time and space by investing in a 3-in-1 Apple Charging Station where you can dock your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods.

If you're invested in Apple's ecosystem, chances are you own an iPhone, an Apple Watch, and AirPods. Instead of using separate cables and adapters, you can invest in a 3-in-1 charging station to charge all your Apple devices at once and clear up the clutter on your desk or nightstand.

Here are the best 3-in-1 Apple charging stations you can buy today.

Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger With MagSafe (2nd Gen)

Twelve south hirise 3 deluxe, esr halolock 3-in-1 watch wireless charging set, mophie 3-in-1 travel charger with magsafe, anker 3-in-1 cube with magsafe, mophie 3-in-1 stand for magsafe charger, belkin boostcharge 3-in-1 wireless charger for apple devices, satechi dock5 multi-device charging station, our top picks for 3-in-1 apple charging stations.

Premium design and performance

When your smartphone runs out of juice, you plug it in. When your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch need a boost in the battery department, you use Belkin's 3-in-1 Wireless Charger With MagSafe (2nd Gen).

• Fast charging for iPhone and Apple Watch
• Premium build quality
• Seamless charging experience with MagSafe
• Included adapter with charging cable
• Can't use Nightstand mode for Apple Watch

The Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger With MagSafe offers the ultimate convenience for Apple users, allowing them to charge their iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once, freeing up precious outlets and eliminating clutter. Unlike other charging stations that only offer up to 7.5 watts of charging power, the Belkin 3-in-1 Charger delivers the full 15-watt MagSafe charging speed, making it the fastest and most efficient option available.

Now in its second generation, the latest model now supports fast charging for the Apple Watch Series 7 and newer and the Apple Watch Ultra and Ultra 2. It can charge your Apple Watch 33% faster than standard chargers, so your watch will be back to 100% in no time. In addition, the AirPods charging pad will have your earbuds ready for your next listening session.

The Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe also stands out with its premium and stylish design. The floating MagSafe puck design not only ensures your phone snaps into position easily but also allows you to switch between landscape and portrait mode, making it easy to FaceTime, check notifications, or watch a movie while your phone charges.

Best 3-in-1 charger for StandBy mode

The Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe offers plenty of adjustability and clearance for your iPhone, which is perfect if you want to try out the new StandBy mode. It also has a smaller footprint than the Belkin and can charge your iPhone and Apple Watch at record speeds.

• Small footprint
• Luxurious leather finish
• Perfect for iOS 17's StandBy mode and Nightstand charging for Apple Watch
• Power supply and cable included

Like the Belkin, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe is Apple-certified and supports 15-watt charging for iPhones as well as fast charging for the latest Apple Watch models, including the Series 9 and Ultra 2. But while they both cost the same, the HiRise 3 Deluxe offers a few extra features that help it rise above the Belkin and other 3-in-1 charging stations.

The HiRise 3 Deluxe takes up less space on a nightstand and feels more premium and luxurious with its leather finish. Once docked, you can tilt your iPhone by 35 degrees to find the perfect viewing angle or rotate it to landscape to trigger the new StandBy mode in iOS 17. The base is weighted, so it doesn't slide or move around when you attach or detach your phone.

Drop your Apple Watch and AirPods at the base to charge all your Apple devices at once. You can charge your Apple Watch flat or in nightstand mode, and yes, it can accommodate the large Ultra models and rugged watch cases. The cherry on top is that you can charge another smartphone in the AirPods spot, so even your Android pals can have a slice of the pie.

Affordable three-device charging

Looking for a 3-in-1 charger for your Apple devices but don't want to break the bank? ESR's HaloLock 3-in-1 Watch Wireless Charging Set is the gadget for the job, provided you're not after top-of-the-line charging speeds.

• Slim and spacious
• Removable Apple Watch charger
• Included USB-C adapter and cable
• Does not fast charge the Apple Watch or iPhone

Available at half the price of our top options, the ESR HaloLock 3-in-1 Watch Wireless Charging Set is one of the more affordable 3-in-1 charging stations available for your Apple devices. While it may not charge your devices as quickly as the Belkin and Twelve South alternatives, this isn't a dealbreaker if you primarily charge your devices overnight.

The charging station keeps your iPhone raised and visible, so it is easy to use while charging. It's also perfect for StandBy mode, with the strong magnets ensuring your phone doesn't slide off the charger. You can remove the Apple Watch charger to use while traveling and then slot it back in when you're at home to charge all your Apple devices from a single outlet. The base is weighted for added stability and features a charging indicator for the AirPods, eliminating any guesswork.

Like the Apple MagSafe Duo, but better

The Mophie 3-in-1 travel charger with MagSafe opens up flat to reveal dedicated charging spots for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods and folds down pretty small to take up less space in a bag or pocket. It comes with all accessories, including a carrying case, making it perfect for travel.

• Compact tri-fold design
• Lightweight
• Fast 15W iPhone charging with MagSafe animation
• Nice fabric finish
• Includes a carrying case and USB-C power adapter
• Does not support Apple Watch fast charging

If you travel a lot, the Mophie 3-in-1 travel charger with MagSafe can cut down on the number of cables and adapters you need to bring along, requiring only one cable and adapter to charge Apple devices at once. But what really makes it perfect for travel is its tri-fold design. It folds neatly into a pocketable size, making it perfectly compact and portable.

It's an Apple-certified accessory, so it can charge your iPhone at the fastest 15-watt speed and even displays the cool MagSafe charging animation. The only downside is that it can't fast-charge the most recent Apple Watch models, and while its featherlight design is excellent for portability, you'll need both hands to detach your iPhone.

In the box, you'll find a USB-C adapter and cable that you can also use to power your MacBook or iPad, as well as a carrying case to keep everything neatly organized.

The Optimus Prime of 3-in-1 charging stations

The Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe is another compact and travel-friendly 3-in-1 Apple charging station. Unlike the Mophie 3-in-1 travel charger with MagSafe, it supports fast charging for both the iPhone and Apple Watch, but it's heavier.

• Charges iPhone and Apple Watch quickly
• Folds small for travel
• Perfect for iOS 17 StandBy mode
• Includes a 30W USB-C adapter and cable
• A bit heavy

If you want something perfect for use both at home and on the go, Anker's 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe checks all the right boxes. Unlike many 3-in-1 chargers, which are either too bulky to be portable or lack support for quick charging, Anker's first official MagSafe charger excels in both aspects, all while maintaining a stylish and premium appeal.

The Cube features a true 15-watt MagSafe pad at the top that you can flip up to reveal a dedicated charging spot for your AirPods. Unlike the Mophie 3-in-1 travel charger with MagSafe, it holds your iPhone at an angle, making it easy to see notifications or even use StandBy mode. Additionally, it can quick-charge the latest Apple Watch models on its hidden, pop-out watch module.

When not in use, everything folds down into a compact 2.5-inch cube, so it takes up very little space in your travel bag or pocket. While you don't get a carrying case with this one, Anker includes a USB-C power adapter and cable—everything you need to charge your devices right away.

Budget price, packed with power

As long as you have the official Apple MagSafe charger, the Mophie 3-in-1 Stand for MagSafe Charger is an outstanding choice for charging your Apple iPhone and accessories. Not only does it provide the same 15W charging speeds as the Belkin BoostCharge PRO, but it's also a fraction of the price.

• 15W fast wireless charging
• High-quality and stylish design
• Easy and accurate magnetic alignment
• Requires an Apple MagSafe Charger

Those looking for an Apple charging station for multiple devices with MagSafe but don't want to splash out too much should consider the Mophie 3-in-1 Stand for MagSafe Charger. It comes with dedicated charging spots for your AirPods and Apple Watch and a slot for you to install the Apple MagSafe Charger to charge all your Apple devices at once.

You get 15W fast wireless charging speeds with MagSafe, just like the Belkin BoostCharge PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charger, but at a much cheaper price. Thanks to MagSafe, you don't have to align your iPhone each time you want to charge it. The built-in Apple Watch charger puts your watch into Nightstand Mode to work as an alarm clock, ideal for a bedside table.

The only downside to this charging station is that you must have the official Apple MagSafe Charger to charge your iPhone. Otherwise, it's a well-thought-out charger that should please most Apple enthusiasts. It has a clean, matte white finish that blends well into a modern office or nightstand.

No MagSafe, no problem

The Belkin BoostCharge 3-in-1 Wireless Charger for Apple Devices is a great option if your iPhone doesn't support MagSafe. It's designed to work with older iPhones from the iPhone 8 series onward and includes dedicated charging spots for both your Apple Watch and AirPods.

• Works with all iPhones that support wireless charging
• Supports Nightstand mode for Apple Watch
• Keeps your phone and Apple Watch in sight
• Not compatible with Apple Watch Ultra

The Belkin BoostCharge 3-in-1 Wireless Charger for Apple Devices was one of the very first options to hit the market, and it's still a great choice for 3-in-1 charging, especially if you have an older iPhone that does not support MagSafe. It delivers up to 7.5W to the iPhone, which is slightly slower than the 15W supported by MagSafe, but it can still fully charge your phone overnight.

The stand charges your phone and Apple Watch in an ideal upright position for checking notifications or activating Nightstand mode for your watch. It works with all models of the Apple Watch except for the larger Ultra and Ultra 2. Drop your AirPods or AirPods Pro in the dedicated dock to charge and showcase all your Apple devices in style.

A major boost to battery life

What's better than charging three devices at once? How about charging five devices at once; the Satechi Dock5 Multi-Device Charging Station is the perfect charging solution for all of your Apple devices.

• Charges up to five devices simultaneously
• Sleek aluminum finish
• Built-in power supply unit
• Charging cables not included

The Satechi Dock5 Multi-Device Charging Station is well suited for a family or workspace as it can charge up to five devices simultaneously. It has two USB-C PD ports (up to 20W each), two USB-A ports (up to 12W each), and a Qi wireless charging pad (up to 10W), allowing you to charge multiple iPhones, iPads, and AirPods. There is no dedicated magnetic charger for the Apple Watch, but you can plug its stock charger into one of the USB ports.

With a space gray aluminum finish, the Dock5 fits perfectly into your existing Apple ecosystem. The silicone dividers help not only to protect your devices but also neatly organize them while charging. Its attractive pricing makes the Dock5 irresistible, especially if you have multiple devices in your household. However, you'll need to provide your own charging cables as the unit only comes with a power cable.

Buying the Best 3-in-1 Apple Charging Station

Everyone could use more battery life. With a wireless charging stand, getting more out of your Apple devices is as easy as setting it on a charging puck. However, there are a few key features you should be on the lookout for when purchasing a multi-device charging stand. First, find out about the charging efficiency.

Official MagSafe chargers can charge your iPhone at 15W, but Qi-certified charging stands will only buy you 7.5W. Qi charging stands typically come with a lower price point than their MagSafe alternatives, so you should determine whether you're after the most efficient charger or one that gets the job done at an affordable price.

You should also think about the design of the charger. Will it comfortably hold your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch? If you have a particularly large iPhone, like the iPhone 15 Pro Max, you may need a specific charger that allows for your phone's size. Almost everyone will be delighted by the Belkin 3-In-1 Wireless Charger With MagSafe (2nd Gen) stand, though. Not only does it offer the maximum 15W charging speed, but it also boasts a stylish design that won't stick out like a sore thumb on your desk or countertop.

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Wireless charging isn't nearly as cool as it sounds. It's not exactly wireless—a cord runs from an outlet to the charging pad—and it won't charge your smartphone faster than plugging it in with a good ol’ cord. Still, I'm always disappointed when I test a smartphone that doesn't support it. I've gotten used to simply plopping my phone down on a pad every night, and fishing for a cable in the dark feels like a chore. It's pure convenience more than anything else.

After testing more than 100 products over the past few years, my colleague Simon Hill and I have sorted the good from the bad ( there are certainly bad ones ) and have identified the best wireless chargers. There are so many styles, shapes, and build materials that you have options, including stands, pads, wireless battery packs, and models that even double as headphone stands.

Check out our other buying guides , including the Best Android Phones , Best 3-in-1 Apple Wireless Chargers , Best iPhones , Best Samsung Galaxy S24 Cases , and Best iPhone 15 Cases .

Updated February 2024: We added chargers from Nomad, Courant, Mophie, and Anker, added mention of the Qi2 standard, removed some discontinued chargers, and updated prices.

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You’ll see “ Compatible with iPhones and Android phones ” under each slide, and that means the charger has a standard charging speed of 7.5 watts for iPhones or 10 watts for Android phones (including Samsung Galaxy phones). If it charges faster or slower, we'll indicate it. We've tested these with multiple devices, but there's always a chance your phone will charge slowly or won’t work because the case is too thick or its charging coil doesn't align well with the charger.

The Best Stand

I love it when wireless chargers try to be more than just boring plinths. It's something that sits in your home—it should at least look nice! That's why I love the PowerPic Mod from Twelve South. The charger itself is embedded inside a clear acrylic resin. What makes it special is you can add a 4 x 6 photo or custom artwork of your own choosing over the charging module and keep the image secure with a transparent magnetic cover. Slot the charger into the base, plug in the USB-C cable, and that's it. Now you've got a wireless charger that doubles as a photo frame when it's not in use. Just remember to print a photo (and supply a 20-watt power adapter ).

Compatible with iPhones and Android phones.

The Best Pad

If you have an iPhone with MagSafe , you should get the Base One , which is officially certified to dish out the maximum 15 watts needed for fast charging on iPhones. If not, the standard Base here (which still has MagSafe support) will recharge MagSafe and non-MagSafe iPhones at 7.5 watts, and Android phones up to 15 watts. There's an integrated 2-meter USB-C cable in the box but no power adapter (I like this Nomad 20-watt one ).

The pad itself has a metal chassis with piano-black glass surrounding the wireless charging pad. It's hefty, so it won't slide around on a desk either. Compatible with iPhones, fast 15-W charging for Android phones.

Best Cheap Wireless Charger

Anker's pad and stand prove you don't need to spend much for wireless charging. They're both made from plastic with a rubbery finish on the bottom to prevent slips and slides, though it's not too grippy. A tiny LED lights up blue when it’s charging and flashes to indicate there’s a problem. We prefer stands over pads, because you can easily see your phone notifications, but Anker’s pad is so cheap you could grab a few to scatter around your home. Both come with a 4-foot MicroUSB cable, but you have to supply the power adapter. That’s not a big surprise at this price. Most importantly, they'll charge your phone every bit as capably as the other options in this guide.

Best Qi2 Charger

It is early days for the new Qi2 standard , but in a nutshell, it adds MagSafe-style magnetic charging and promises a 15-watt charging rate. Few phones beyond Apple’s MagSafe lineup (iPhone 12 and later) work with the magnets today, but Qi2 is backward compatible. You can put any Qi-certified phone on a Qi2 charger and charge, though it may not charge at the maximum 15-watt rate. This simple pad from Anker sticks well, has a durable aluminum casing that stays relatively cool, and has a 5-foot USB-C cable permanently attached.

Fast 15-W charging for Qi2-certified Android phones and MagSafe iPhones.

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A Great MagSafe Stand

Practical and good-looking, this wireless charging stand is Qi2 certified . It’s a weighty mix of metal and glass in black or white, with padding in all the right places. You can pick up or place your phone one-handed, and the stand doesn’t slide around or topple easily. It has a ring of powerful magnets to hold your MagSafe iPhone or Qi2-certified Android phone in portrait or landscape orientation (handy for StandBy mode) and can charge at up to 15 watts. You get a nice braided cable in the box but will need a 20-watt charger , which is a bit cheeky at this price.

Best Car Charger

Don't fiddle with cables again, even in the car. This versatile car mount from iOttie comes in two flavors, a suction cup for the dashboard/windshield or a CD/vent mount that clips into place. Adjust the height of the feet so your phone is always in the sweet spot for charging. The arms close around your phone automatically when it hits the trigger on the back of the mount, so you can place your device one-handed. (A release bar extends on either side so you can take your phone out again.) The mount has a MicroUSB port to plug in the supplied cable; just stick the other end in your car’s power socket. It handily includes a second USB-A port you can use to charge another phone. Read our Best Car Phone Mounts and Chargers guide for more recommendations.

★ MagSafe alternatives: Got an iPhone with MagSafe? The iOttie Velox Wireless Charging Car Mount ($42) is a minimalist option that slots into an air vent and has strong magnets to keep your iPhone securely in place. We also really like Peak Design's MagSafe Vent Mount ($100) , which stays securely in place and comes with a USB-C cable. It's just too expensive.

An Eco-Friendly Charger

The silicone surface of this wireless charger easily accumulates dust and lint, but that might not matter to you if you're shopping for the most eco-friendly charger. It's made of recycled silicone, the texture of which helps keep phones from sliding off the surface. The rest of it is made with post-consumer plastic and alloy, and even the packaging is plastic-free. Better yet, if you have an iPhone 12 or newer with MagSafe, the magnets inside the Apollo will keep your iPhone aligned perfectly for more efficient charging, even if they're not as strong as normal MagSafe wireless chargers. It also comes with a 20-watt charging adapter and cable, which is great value.

Compatible with iPhones, fast 15-W charging for Android phones.

Best for the Nightstand (and Pixel Phones)

Chances are you don't want too many LEDs in your face when you're sleeping. The LED on the second-gen Pixel Stand briefly lights up when you place a phone on it and disappears quickly. This charger is best paired with a Google Pixel smartphone because it enables extra perks, like turning your Pixel into a sunrise alarm clock that sees the screen glowing orange right before your alarm starts to ring, mimicking the sunrise. You can also convert your phone into a digital photo frame with Google Photos albums populating the screen, and have it trigger Bedtime Mode, which turns on Do Not Disturb and makes your screen gray to help you put your phone down . There's a built-in fan to keep your device cool as it fast-charges; it's audible in a quiet room, but you can turn the fan off in your Pixel's settings to keep it silent. It comes with a cable and adapter.

This charger still works great with other smartphones, you just won't be able to access many of those Pixel features. The biggest downside? Charging only works in portrait orientation. Oh, and it's overpriced. The good news is the first-gen Pixel Stand is still available for much less; you can recharge your phone in landscape and portrait orientation, and I daresay it looks more interesting .

Compatible with iPhones, fast 23-W (Pixel 6 Pro, 7 Pro, and 8 Pro), 21-W (Pixel 6, 7, and 8), and 15-W charging for Android phones.

A 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger

Ah, the holy Apple trinity. If you have an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods (or honestly, any kind of earbuds with a wireless charging case), you'll love this T-shaped Belkin stand. It's a MagSafe charger, so it'll suspend your magnet-enabled iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone 14, or iPhone 15 as if it's floating in mid-air (and charge it at the fastest 15-watt speed, too). The Apple Watch will stick to its little puck, and you can recharge your earbuds at the base. It's excellent. Belkin has a pad version if you'd like, but it takes up more room and isn't as fun as the tree (what I call the stand). Find more options in our Best Apple 3-in-1 Wireless Chargers guide.

Fast 15-W charging for iPhone 12 or newer, made for Apple devices.

★ A cheaper 3-in-1 MagSafe charger: I've been surprisingly happy with this Monoprice MagSafe 3-in-1 Stand ($40) . It feels cheap, but the MagSafe charger works well for MagSafe iPhones, and the base recharges my AirPods Pro with no issues. You have to supply your own Apple Watch charger and install it in the designated area, which was easy enough. It's hard to complain considering the price.

A Stylish 2-in-1 Charger

Courant makes some of the prettiest wireless chargers out there, and my new favorite is the Mag:3 Classics/Essentials. I tried it in leather, but you can also save some cash with the linen version. There are two chargers here, but you can't fit two phones side by side. It's instead meant to be for one smartphone and one wireless earbuds case. I've used it with the iPhone 15 and AirPods Pro with no issues—the left charger is MagSafe-compatible and the right side is a Qi charger, and they both work with non-Apple products too. I've tested it with a Pixel phone using a MagSafe case and Google's wireless earbuds with no issues. I love that there's room to add your tchotchkes. It's my dedicated sunglasses spot.

It comes with a cable and power adapter. There's an additional 10-watt USB-C port to charge another low-power device nearby too.

Compatible with iPhones and Android phones

A Wooden Pad

Wireless chargers are usually plastic and rarely blend in with their surroundings, but Kerf’s chargers are covered with 100 percent natural and locally sourced wood. Choose from 12 wood finishes, from walnut to padauk, and each will come with a cork base to prevent slips. Starting from $50, these chargers can get expensive if you opt for rarer woods. You have the option of engraving it. You can choose whether to get a cable and power supply ($25 extra), which is a nice way to prevent electronic waste if you already have those.

A Hybrid Charger

This dual-charging system looks pretty—I like the fabric-wrapped stand—and you can charge another device on the rubberized charging pad next to it. The stand can be used in portrait or landscape, though in the latter orientation it'll block the pad. I like using the pad to top up my wireless earbuds, but I wouldn't use this iOttie on a nightstand because the LED on the front can be glaring. A cable and adapter are included, which makes it a good value.

Best Multi-Device Charger

This wireless charger isn't so much a Tesla product but more a FreePower one, considering it's the company's technology inside . Its first-gen tech was inside a Nomad charger we liked , but this is the second generation, and it's much better ( 7/10, WIRED Recommends ). The idea is you can place your devices (up to three) anywhere on the surface and the 30 coils inside the charger will identify exactly where to deliver power (up to 15 watts each). No precise placement necessary! I've been using it to charge my wife's and my wireless earbuds cases for months, and it's great not having to place them exactly in a certain spot.

It comes with an integrated USB-C cable, a magnetic detachable stand to keep phone screens angled toward you (if you want), and a 65-watt power adapter. It feels luxe, and I love being able to charge all my devices without having to be careful where I place them, but $300 is also a stupid amount of money to spend on a wireless charger.

Compatible with iPhones, 15-W charging for Android phones.

An Invisible Charger

This wireless charger ( 8/10, WIRED Recommends ) is one of the few on this list that blew me away. You affix it to the underside of a table (avoid metal ones), and it'll charge your phone through it! It's truly an invisible wireless charging system and especially handy if you're limited on desk space.

The installation requires some effort, and your table must be the right thickness: too thin and you shouldn't use this charger, as it may overheat your phone; too thick and it won't be able to send enough power through. It also means you'll have a (clear) sticker on your table indicating where to place your phone, but it's a small price to pay for the amount of space you save. Just know that if you switch phones, you may need to recalibrate it and apply a new sticker.

Standard iPhone charging speed, slow 5-W charging for Android phones, normal 9-W speeds for Samsung phones.

For Samsung Galaxy Farers

If you have the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 , Watch5 , Watch4 , Galaxy Watch3, Active2 , or Active , then this is an excellent triple wireless charger to add to your home. You place the watch on the circular dip; I used it near my front door for several months and it charged the Watch4 (and the older Watch3) with zero issues.

The Trio is attractive, has LEDs that light up quickly, and comes with a 25-watt wall charger and USB cable. My partner and I usually drop our wireless earbuds cases next to the watch. I don't need to be too precise—the six coils inside give you some flexibility as to where you place them. If you only need the watch charger and space for one other device, it comes in a Duo version , or you can pick up the standard pad . Just remember, it only supports the models specified above. Several customer reviews mention it not working with older Galaxy watches.

Compatible with iPhones, slower 5-W charging for Android phones, fast 9-W charging for Samsung phones.

A Charger and Headphone Stand

Want to kit out your work-from-home setup ? Conserve space and use a headphone stand that can also wirelessly charge your phone. Oakywood's 2-in-1 has a base made from your choice of solid walnut or oak, and it looks gorgeous. Place your phone on it and it'll recharge just as well as any other charger on this list. The steel stand makes for a nice place to hang up your cans when you're done for the day. If you don't care for the stand but like the look of the charger, the company sells a version with just the pad .

★ Another alternative:  The Satechi 2-in-1 Headphone Stand with Wireless Charger ($80) is a shiny, sleek, and sturdy headphone stand with a Qi wireless charging pad for your iPhone or AirPods. It has magnets in it so it's great for anyone with a MagSafe Apple product. There's also a USB-C port to charge up a second device.

A Marble Charger

Einova's Charging Stone is made with 100 percent solid marble or stone—you can choose from a variety. Every single pick in this guide looks very much like a wireless charger, but I've had visiting friends ask if this one is a drink coaster. (I'm still figuring out whether that's a good or bad thing.) It has zero LEDs, perfect for bedrooms; just try to hide the cable to truly make it blend into your home. We recommend putting a case on your phone when using it with this charger, as there's a risk of scuffing up the back with these harder surfaces.

For PC Gamers

There's a tendency to add RGB LEDs to every single component that goes into building a gaming PC . You can then customize all the shiny lights into any color imaginable, or just stick with a rotation of rainbow unicorn vomit . Whatever you opt for, this wireless charger is the next natural addition to your battle station. It has a nice soft-touch finish (though it picks up dust and lint easily). But the best part is the ring of LEDs around the base. Install Razer's Chroma software and you'll be able to customize the pattern and color and sync it to any other Razer Chroma peripheral you own for all the RGB glory.

A Wireless Battery

When you're out and about, finding a wall outlet to plug in your charger and phone can be tricky. Use a battery pack instead! Better yet, use one that supports wireless charging. This 10,000-mAh model from Satechi has enough power to recharge a phone more than once, but it has a few extra tricks up its sleeve. You can flip up the wireless charger to use it as a stand as it juices up your phone—I've tested it with a Pixel 7, Galaxy S22 Ultra, and iPhone 14 Pro, and they all managed to recharge, though not fast. Behind the stand is a spot to recharge your wireless earbuds case (if it supports it), and you can plug a third device in via the USB-C port. There are LEDs at the back to see how much battery is left in the bank.

5-W charging for iPhones and Android phones.

★ For MagSafe iPhone owners: Anker's 622 Magnetic Portable Wireless Charger ($50) magnetically sticks to the back of MagSafe iPhones, and there's a built-in kickstand so you can prop your phone up anywhere. It has a 5,000-mAh capacity, so it should fully recharge your iPhone once at the very least. Read our Best MagSafe Power Banks guide for more.

Best Docks for MagSafe iPhones

These Anker products are some of my favorite iPhone wireless chargers at the moment. The orb-shaped MagGo has recently been updated with Qi2 support and includes several USB-C and USB-A ports plus AC outlets on its back, doubling as a power strip and a MagSafe wireless charger for any iPhone that supports the feature. The MagGo 623 can magnetically hold your iPhone at an angle on your desk and recharge it, and the circular base behind the angled top can also simultaneously juice up wireless earbuds.

But my favorite is the MagGo 633, which is a charging stand that doubles as a portable battery. Just slide out the battery to take it with you on the go (it'll stick to your MagSafe iPhone magnetically), and slot it back in when you're home. You can charge your iPhone on it as the power bank recharges itself. Ingenious. The base also can recharge wireless earbuds too.

Made for iPhones and Apple devices.

Best for Travel

This modular system from RapidX is great for couples or families, because it is compact and can wirelessly charge two phones at up to 10 watts each. The beauty is that you can add or remove pods, and a single charging cable can power up to five. The pods snap together magnetically and pull apart for easy packing. There are additional phone pods ($30) and a version with a phone pod and an Apple Watch pod ($80). You get only a 30-watt US power adapter and a 5-foot USB-C cable in the box, so you will need a more powerful adapter if you plan to add pods. (RapidX recommends 65 watts or above for three or more devices.)

Best Qi2 and MagSafe for Travel

Many chargers bill themselves as ideal travel companions, but Anker’s MagGo 3-in-1 is perhaps the most compact I’ve tested when folded flat. Despite its size, this travel charger can charge up your iPhone or Qi2-certified phone at up to 15 watts, has a second pad for AirPods or other wireless earbuds, and sports a fold-out Apple Watch charger. The box includes both a USB-C cable (around 5-foot) and a wall adapter. Only MagSafe iPhones and Qi2-certified Android phones have the magnets needed to use this as a stand, but I had no trouble charging an older Android phone by angling it back (Qi2 is backward compatible).

★ An alternative: Mophie's 3-in-1 Travel Charger With MagSafe ($150) is another nice option that folds up to be super compact, and it includes a fabric case, along with the cable and charging adapter. It will fast-charge iPhones at 15 watts, and this updated model includes fast-charging support for the Apple Watch.

Best for Apple Watch

It may top our Best Smartwatches guide, but the Achilles heel for the Apple Watch is battery life. This sleek charging pad comes in black or white, charges any Apple Watch, and folds flat for easy travel. While it’s not quite as compact as I would like, you can use the dial on the underside to adjust it for your Apple Watch size, and there’s cable management for the included 4-foot USB-C cable. It also supports Nightstand mode and fast charging for the latest Apple Watches. You just need a 20-watt wall charger to pair it with.

Made for Apple Watch.

Honorable Mentions

There are a lot of wireless chargers. Here are a few more we like, but for one reason or another don't warrant a place above.

• Casetify PowerThru 2-in-1 Charging Stand for $102 : If you want a charger for your MagSafe iPhone and AirPods (or other earbuds), this one from Casetify is a decent pick. It has a squared-off base with an indent for AirPods, a metallic rod, and a slightly adjustable MagSafe pad for your iPhone that charges at 7.5 watts. I don’t love the visible logo around the pad or the options with basketball courts and other designs for the base, and it has a bright LED.
• Apple MagSafe Charger for $30 : Apple's MagSafe charger is quite basic. Since the charger magnetically stays attached to MagSafe iPhones, you don't have to worry about accidental misalignments causing you to wake up to a dead device. But the cable isn't very long and there's no charging adapter.
• Nomad Stand One Max for $180 : This is a very elegant if expensive Qi2-enabled 3-in-1 wireless charger that has juiced up my iPhone 15, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro with no trouble. It doesn't include a charging adapter, which is silly, but you'll get 15-watt fast charging for the iPhone and fast charging for the Apple Watch. The watch strap tends to get in the way of the AirPods, but this is a minor gripe.
• Mophie 3-in-1 Extendable Stand With MagSafe for $150 : This is a pretty smart 3-in-1 Apple charger that doubles as a tripod for your iPhone. You can elongate the stand to raise your iPhone from 7.5 inches to 16 inches, which is pretty convenient. The head tilts a little up and down too, so you can angle your phone screen. It supports 15-watt fast charging, and an Apple Watch charger hangs off on the side, with an AirPods charger on the base.
• Courant Catch:2 Essentials for $90 : Wireless chargers should look nice. You shouldn't settle for anything less! This Courant dual charger oozes luxury with its Belgian linen-wrapped surface (especially in the camel color). I've used it by my front door to recharge my partner's and my wireless earbuds for two years. The rubber feet prevent it from shifting around, but even if there are five coils in this pad, you should try to be precise when you put your device down to charge and make sure the LED lights up to double-check. It comes with a color-matching USB-C cable.
• Anker 737 MagGo MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charger for $140 : This triple wireless charger is pretty great if you are entrenched in the Apple ecosystem. It's Made for iPhone certified, so you get the max 15-watt charging speed for MagSafe iPhones. It doesn't have fast charging for the Apple Watch dock, but you can pop in a pair of wireless earbuds in the middle of the triangle to juice the case back up. It comes with a 30-watt adapter and USB-C cable.
• Xiaomi Mi 80W Wireless Charging Stand for $100 : By far the fastest wireless charger we have tested, this stand is only worth considering for Xiaomi phones (it seems to charge most other phones at 10 watts or below). I tested with the Xiaomi 13 Ultra ( 8/10, WIRED Recommends ), which tops out at 50 watts (some Xiaomi models can go higher). The unusual sail shape combines a white triangular section with a clear acrylic base that has a subtle groove to hold your phone in place and a gap underneath for the exhaust grill from the noisy fan. The USB-C port and LED indicator are on the back.
• Zens Liberty Wireless Charger for $113 : I tested the Glass Edition ($150) of this wireless charging pad, and it looks stunning with the 16 overlapping copper coils on display (the standard version has a woolen fabric top). It can charge two devices simultaneously at up to 15 watts apiece, and there’s an optional Apple Watch add-on ($24) . As stylish as it is, the price is too high. Because you can see the coils, placement is never an issue, but it’s a bulky charger, the fan is audible at times, and while I had no problem charging my iPhone or AirPods, my Pixel 6 Pro got very warm on this pad.
• OtterBox Wireless Charging Pad for $40 : OtterBox has improved its wireless charging pad to deliver up to 15 watts to eligible phones. Easily mistaken for a coaster, it has an anti-slip rubber top and bottom to stop it or your phone from sliding around. Sadly, the LED on the front lights up white when charging, which is not ideal for the nightstand.
• OtterBox 3-in-1 Charging Station With MagSafe for $150 : This is featured in our Best Apple 3-in-1 Chargers guide, and for good reason. It's one of the most compact 3-in-1 MagSafe chargers out there. There's a spot for AirPods or wireless earbuds at the base, the Apple Watch, and a MagSafe iPhone, which will charge at the fastest 15-watt speed.

Your Charging Questions, Answered

Does my phone support wireless charging?

Not all phones support wireless charging, but most brands have models that do, so look up your phone model first. You'll usually see "Qi wireless charging" (the default standard) or simply "wireless charging" if it does. Phones that support the latest Qi2 standard , bear the Qi2 logo and have a ring of magnets for easy alignment (just like Apple's MagSafe).

Do wireless chargers work if you have a phone case?

Yes, most wireless chargers can charge through cases, unless it's a particularly thick case. Check the product listing—there's usually a case thickness limit in millimeters. Phones can get hot when charging wirelessly, so don't worry if your phone is really warm when you pick it up. Most smartphones have limits to stop accepting a charge if they get too hot.

Yes, cords will charge your phone faster

Some manufacturers like Apple and OnePlus make wireless chargers that recharge their respective phones faster than others, but if you're looking for speed, you're better off sticking with a cord. Wireless charging is best for desks or nightstands when you're not really using your phone or in a rush to recharge it.

What's a fast wireless charging speed?

We said this at the beginning of our guide, but you'll see “ Compatible with iPhones and Android phones ” under each slide, and that means the charger has a standard charging speed of 7.5 watts for iPhones or 10 watts for Android phones (including Samsung Galaxy phones). The latest MagSafe and Qi2 chargers can go up to 15 watts, and there are a handful of proprietary wireless chargers for specific phone models that can charge even faster. It's worth noting that, even where phones support them, the maximum charging rates are only reached some of the time (the charging rate is automatically adjusted to preserve battery health).

Is wireless charging safe to use?

There's no definitive evidence that it's harmful. You may worry the phone's battery might degrade faster with wireless charging, but manufacturers set safe limits for phone batteries, stipulating how much a battery can be charged and how far it can discharge. Regardless of the charging source you use, whether you plug into a wall adapter or use a wireless charging pad, these limits can’t be overridden. There’s no risk of overcharging your phone by leaving it on a wireless charger all night.

How do I keep my phone's battery healthy?

However, try to keep your battery between 50 and 80 percent for optimum battery health . Keeping your phone fully charged or fully discharging the battery will degrade it slightly faster, and regularly swinging between full and empty will shorten its life. Battery technology has improved in recent years, and phone batteries are more reliable than ever. If you switch phones every two to three years or don’t mind paying a modest fee for a battery replacement on that timescale, it’s not worth worrying too much about how often or when you charge your phone.

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How-To Geek

The 7 best charging docks for your iphone, airpods, and apple watch of 2021.

If you own an iPhone, an Apple Watch, and AirPods, why not charge them with one dock? It keeps everything neatly together.

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What to look for in a charging dock, best overall: powlaken wireless charging station, best budget: horime aluminum charging station, best premium: satechi trio wireless charging pad, best for iphone 12/12 pro: olebr 3-in-1 stand with magsafe, best for charging even more devices: seenda wireless charging station, best for travel: cereecoo portable charging station, a unique option: seneo detachable wireless charger.

If you own an iPhone, an Apple Watch, and AirPods and you charge them all separately, you're making more work for yourself. Instead, you can conveniently unload all your devices onto a single charging dock and never worry about anything not being charged.

There are a ton of options out there when it comes to devices that can charge all three of your most used Apple devices. But how do you decide which one's right for you? Here's what you should pay attention to when choosing a charging dock:

• Wireless Charging: Decide whether or not you want a charging station that charges your devices wirelessly or with cables. Wireless charging is more attractive and convenient, but you might not always get a sustainable or strong charging connection unless you spring for a premium charging dock. Alternatively, cable charging is a direct connection between the charger and your device, but you'll have to deal with cable management.
• Charging Power: Think about whether you want your charging station to be able to accommodate fast charging at 10W. Most of the options on this list support fast charging as long as the device you're using supports it as well.
• Compatibility: You'll want to make sure your device is compatible with whatever charging station you want before purchasing it. And if you have a Series 12 iPhone that's compatible with MagSafe charging, make sure you choose a charging dock that allows you to utilize that MagSafe charging, like the OLEBR charging stand .
• Size: Consider whether you'll solely be using the charging station at home or whether you want to take it with you on the go. If you travel a lot, you might consider getting a more portable option that folds down into a smaller size and fits into travel bags.
• Style:  Although style is maybe not the most important thing to consider when purchasing a charging dock for your devices, it is something that's probably going to sit on your nightstand or somewhere else where you'll see it all the time. So, you might as well make sure the one you're buying fits your color scheme or decor style you have going on in your room.

This charging station from Powlaken is going to suit the needs of most people. You'll be able to charge all of your devices wirelessly at the same time, including the Apple Pencil. It's adjustable, foldable, and looks pretty sleek. There are built-in safeguards against overcharging and overheating, much like some of the other options on this list. Overall, it's a fantastic wireless charging station that's affordable and a great pick.

Also, the adapter you need to get things set up is included. This charging station is compatible with the iPhone 12, 11, 11 Pro Max, 11 Pro, XS, XS Max, XR, X, 8, 8 Plus and other Qi-enabled smartphones; iWatch 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1; AirPods 1 and 2; and the Apple Pencil.

Powlaken Wireless Charging Station

This charging station from Powlaken is going to suit the needs of most people. It's adjustable, foldable, and looks pretty sleek.

This dock from HoRiMe is one of the most affordable charging stations for the Apple Watch, iPhone, and AirPods. There's nothing too fancy about it, but it has the ability to charge all of your devices at once. It's made of aviation aluminum, so it's super solid and it has a non-slip, non-scratch design.

And although there's no wireless charging, there is a cable hole for you to keep your cables looking neat. There are three small grooves in the cable hole that hold your cables in place so you never have to go searching for the right cable for each device. Everything will stay untangled and ready to use when you need it.

It's compatible with the iPhone X, XS, XS Max, 8 Plus, 8, 7Plus, 7, 6S Plus, 6S, SE, and 5S; the iPad Pro 10.5, iPad Pro 9.7, iPad Air 2, iPad Air, and iPad mini 4, 3, 2, and 1; AirPods; and iWatch Series 4, 3, 2, and 1. There's a  newer version that's a little more expensive that'll work with newer phone editions like the iPhone 11 and 12.

HoRiMe Aluminum Charging Station

This dock from HoRiMe is one of the most affordable charging stations for your Apple Watch, iPhone, and AirPods.

This wireless charging pad from Satechi is worth the investment because of how easy it is to use the wireless charging features. Other wireless charging pads have issues with getting your device in just the right place, but this charging pad seems to have no issues in this area. Simply put your phone on the charging area and it just starts charging effortlessly without having to finagle your phone first. Check out our full review of the Satechi charging pad to hear all the praise we have for it.

It has nifty LED lights on the pad that light up when something is charging so you know if devices are actually charging. And you'll be happy to know it also protects your device from getting overheated and overcharging.

Although it's not compatible with MagSafe charging, it is compatible with the iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, XS Max, XS, XR, X, 8, and 8 Plus; iWatch SE, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1; Air Pods 1, 2, and Pro; and any other Qi-enabled smartphones.

Satechi Trio Wireless Charging Pad

This wireless charging pad from Satechi is worth the investment because of how easy it is to use the wireless charging features.

If you're looking for a charging station that will support your Apple Watch, AirPods, and iPhone Series 12 with MagSafe Charging, check out this one from OLEBR .

The MagSafe Charger is not included so if you want to use MagSafe charging with this charging station, you'll have to buy it separately. Also, the MagSafe stand will work with all Qi-enabled phones, not just the iPhone Series 12. If you don't have the MagSafe Charger , you can just set up this stand with your regular charging cables.

It's compatible with the iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, XS, X Max, XR, X, 8, 8 Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 6, 6S Plus, SE, 5S, 5C, and 5; the iWatch SE, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1; and the AirPods 1, 2, and Pro.

OLEBR 3 in 1 Stand with MagSafe

If you're looking for a charging station that will support your Apple Watch, AirPods, and iPhone Series 12 with MagSafe Charging, check out this one from OLEBR.

This wireless charging station from Seenda  is great if you have a lot of devices you might want to charge at the same time. It has a built-in QC standard AC adapter at 9V/2.7A with 3 USB-A ports, saving you an additional adapter purchase. Each of those USB ports puts out 5V/2.4A at maximum.

It also boasts universal compatibility and supports 10W fast charging if your device supports it. The Seenda charging station also has a smart chip that can help protect your devices from getting too hot or overcharging.

One of the best things about this charging station is that it comes with all the cables and the adapter you'll need. It even comes with a Lightning cable for your AirPods, too.

Seenda Wireless Charging Station

This wireless charging station from Seenda is great if you have a lot of devices you might want to charge at the same time.

If you travel a lot, this charging station from CEREECOO is the one for you. It's a super thin and compact charging station that's foldable. So, you can stick it in a backpack and it'll barely take up any room.

This charging station comes with a USB Type-C cable, but it doesn't include the power adapter so you'll need to have the adapter that you would regularly use for your phone. It's compatible with the iPhone 12, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, XS, X Max, XR, X, 8, 8 Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 6, 6S Plus, SE, 5S, 5C, and 5; iWatch Series 6, 5, and 4; and AirPods 1, 2, and Pro.

CEREECOO Portable Charging Station

If you travel a lot, this charging station from CEREECOO is the one for you. It's a super thin and compact charging station that's foldable.

This charging dock from Seneo has QI wireless tech as well as an intelligent chip to help control temperatures and prevent overcharging. What's cool about this dock is that the portion that charges your phone and the portion that charges your Apple Watch and AirPods are attached magnetically, so you can easily separate them. That way, if you only need to charge your phone, you can just take that portion with you and not have to worry about the other half of the dock.

It's compatible with the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, XS Max, XS, XR, X 8 Plus, and 8 and can charge up to 7.5W if you have the QC 3.0 adapter (not included); the iWatch 5, 4, 3, and 2; and the AirPods Pro and 2 with a wired charge. There's a Lightning to USB cable for your AirPods that comes preinstalled with this dock.

Seneo Detachable Wireless Charger

What's cool about this dock from Seneo is that the portion that charges your phone and the portion that charges your Apple Watch and AirPods are attached magnetically, so you can easily separate them.

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Travel Adventures – Part 4: Moscow

July 7, 2016 Travel

This beautiful woman lingered for a moment on the steps at one of the several churches in the Sergeiv Posad Monastery. I thought she was absolutely beautiful.

So far in this journey we have visited some wonderful cities … Helsinki, Finland, Tallinn, Estonia and St. Petersburg, Russia. We have traveled together along the waterways of Russia to such exotic sounding places as Mandrogy, Kitzy Island, Goritzy, Uglich, and Yaroslavl and seen the beauty of the countryside in between these towns. But our ship finally came to dock in Moscow, the capital of Russia and I really had no idea what to expect!

One advantage of travel tour is that you get a good general overview of an area. That’s the good news, of course. The bad news on most tours — and this tour certainly was no exception –was that you never did have a lot of time to explore on your own. The guides and the schedule kept you pretty busy all of the time. It was great for getting information and seeing a lot, but difficult for photographers who like to explore in more depth.

When we got to Moscow, we hopped on buses and were off to tour the city. Moscow is a huge city with so much traffic that I vowed never to complain about the traffic on Los Angeles freeways ever again. I couldn’t believe how tough you had to be to drive in this city. It played havoc with all schedules and timetables because what should have taken just 20 minutes to drive ended up taking an hour. One of the reasons is how they handle their traffic accidents. From what we understood and saw, cars involved in accidents were not allowed to move until both the police and the insurance adjuster came. So, a simple traffic accident could snarl things for hours. There is definitely a different viewpoint here than back home.

The traffic on every street no matter the hour seemed to be hectic.

The city of Moscow is upbeat with many shops, theaters, and restaurants and such. We saw shops with all of the latest and most expensive designers. All of the big brand names in clothing had shops. During this introductory tour, we were dropped off on a rather large street and told to walk through an arch into a huge open area. A large red brick/stone wall ran down one side and the most magnificent Russian Church we had seen so far was at the far end. The area was enormous and, of course, it was the famous Red Square. Behind the brick/stone wall was the Kremlin. I had to pause to take it all in, because never in my life would I have ever imagined myself standing there! The look on my sister and friend’s faces, told the same story that I was feeling … ABSOLUTE AWE!

We had some time to wander and walk by Lenin’s tomb before we had to return to the bus to continue the general tour of the city. 

From an overlook within the St. Basil Cathedral, you can get a fabulous overview of Red Square. The Kremlin wall is on the left side of the image; at the end of that wall is the Spasskaya Tower. The red building with two towers is the National Historical Museum, barely seen and tucked into the corner to the right of the Museum is Kazan Cathedral and along the right side is the turn of the century arcades of Gum’s department store.

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Along the wall that separates the Kremlin from Red Square is Lenin’s tomb. His body has been on public display there since the year he died in 1924.

A night tour took us past some of the brightly lit gambling casinos in Moscow. The bouncing bus, combined with the bright neon lighting, brought a few interesting photo opportunities. We attended a wonderful concert that featured many of the traditional musical instruments of Russia — another photo opportunity not normally available in a theater, but because the audience was from the various tours and ships that were in Moscow that particular evening, we could take photos — but of course, not with flash, which is always a disturbance to the performers. As we left the concert, the moon was just rising over one of the beautiful cathedral spires. My friend Anne caught the shot (3rd below/right). She is quick and steady and got a round of applause when she “nailed it!”

Driving through Moscow’s downtown area at night was fascinating. It was bright with colored lights. Many casinos and restaurants were lit up and looked very busy. It was a supercharged city that came alive at night.

Copyright © Anne Westfall

St. Basil’s in Red Square was beautiful during the day but at night it was a fairy tale. This is one of Russia’s most beautiful cathedrals.

Fabulously lit fountains switched colors to make an exciting night shot.

Square at night is spectacular with the Gums building in sparkling lights.

Leaving the theater one night we were just in time to see the moonrise near one of Moscow’s cathedrals. 

The next day we toured the park adjacent to the grounds of the beautiful Novodevichy Conventwhere many exiled or self-exiled royal wives, daughters and lovers “took the veil” (which means they chose to become a nun), to get out of their marriage, family or mistress arrangement, since divorce was not allowed. It is in this park where you will find the lovely bronze ducks, given as a gift by President George Walker Bush and Mrs. Barbara Bush. We visited the Kremlin and I was surprised to find out that there were 5 or 6 churches within its walls. In the Armory, the stunningly beautiful royal clothes, jewels and carriages were housed. It was amazing to see that even the carriages were embedded with jewels.

The Novodevichy Convent where many exiled or self-exiled royal family members “took the Veil”. The park like setting was one of the most beautiful we had seen.

We had the opportunity to go into their frightfully expensive, but stunningly wonderful GUM (pronounced we discovered like “goom” not “gum” as in chewing gum). Just wandering up and down this multilevel shopping extravaganza was a treat.

Gums is a large collection of shops on one side of Red Square. The three level, indoor mall features eating establishments, large walkways and bridges from one side to another. It is frequently used as a setting for newly wed brides.

The next morning, my friend Stan Westfall and I decided to take the tour to the Sergiev Posad Monastery. My sister, Sunny, and our friend Anne Westfall opted to visit the Pushkin Museum in the morning and the Tretyakov Gallery in the afternoon. Since we were going to have separate adventures to share that evening, I reminded them to take lots and lots of photographs so we could enjoy their day as well.

In the center of the Sergeiv Posad Monastery there is a beautiful Holy Water fountain where people come to drink, to bless and to carry home a small jar of Holy Water. 

CONTINUE WITH THE STORY AND SEE MORE PHOTOS…………

Be sure to join us next month as we visit Moscow.

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by Noella Ballenger

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